Jason Solanki
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Wine lover since 2001! My interest in wine began while touring the factory where they printed the LCBO VINTAGES magazine.
Over time, my passion for wine grew. Now, I am highly regarded by friends and colleagues as a resource for when they need a wine for that special occasion, be it an anniversary, birthday, wedding, gatherings at home, or when they want to impress their special friend or the In-Laws.
Combining my interest in the Internet/web/computers, you can find me at https://vintagewinepicks.blogspot.com where you will find more wine reviews, events and contests.
Reviews
Luce Della Vite Luce 2012, Igt Toscana
Tuscany, Italy$119.95
Captivating medium-to-high intensity aromas of purple flowers, exotic spice, and black cherry which echo very nicely on the full-bodied palate. Mouth-watering acidity. Firm tannins are integrated nicely. Excellent length on the finish. Good structure will allow this wine to drink well over the next 15 years. Tasted Nov/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Faustino I Gran Reserva 2004, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$31.95
Medium+ intensity nose with earth, umami, dried fruits, and floral aromatics. Tannins are resolved, offering a smooth mouthfeel and nice aroma replays on the palate. Acids are still quite good for a 12-year-old wine. Finishes long. Tasted Sept/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Hamelin Chablis Beauroy Premier Cru 2012
Burgundy, France$33.95
Harvested from an area of 3.9 ha, located on south-facing slopes, opposite Lake Beines. Stone fruit, citrus and saline aromas from the cork. Elegant nose of medium+ intensity featuring tropical fruit, lemon peel, cilantro and stony minerality. The palate is medium-bodied with finely cut acids. Lemon citrus, herbs, and mineral flavour profile with some saline notes mid-palate. Shows excellent balance and finishes long and clean with minerally aftertaste. Mouth-watering acids keep you coming back for another sip. Tasted Nov/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Dalva Lbv Port 2010, Dop
Portugal$17.75
Medium+ intensity aromas and fruit forward with plummy, fig and berry notes. Medium sweet and finishing medium-length finish. Quite pleasant. Tasted Oct/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Cave De Roquebrun Granges Des Combes 2013
Languedoc, France$18.95
Blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Grenache, and 20% Mourvèdre that was raised entirely in tank. Deep garnet colour. Intense, finely aromatic, and maturing notes of savoury, wet earth, dried florals, and dried dark berry. It's medium-full bodied and spicy with dried dark berry, savoury earth, dried spices, and hints of dried florals. Smooth, refined tannins have matured and integrated very nicely. Still has very good structure and juicy acidity. Well-balanced, slightly tangy, and tapering to a minerally, earthy, succulent, and long finish. Tasted July 2022.
3.5 Stars
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Inniskillin Niagara Estate Riesling Icewine 2014, VQA Niagara Peninsula (375ml)
Ontario, Canada$79.95
Elegant and highly aromatic nose of peach, citrus and honey aromas waft from the glass. On the palate, it's medium+ bodied with very sweet aroma replays that are nicely balanced by finely tuned acids. Excellent balance overall, while the finish length is also excellent. Tasted Jan/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Elk Cove Pinot Noir 2013, Willamette Valley, Usa
Oregon, Usa$37.95
Medium+ intensity nose of strawberry, cherry, beet root and black tea that all make appearance on the pleasing, medium-bodied palate. It is well-balanced with good acids and a medium-to-long finish. Tasted Aug/2015.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir 2014, Dundee Hills
Oregon, Usa$51.95
Highly aromatic with lovely black cherry and oak spice notes along with hints of cherry and strawberry aromas. The medium+ bodied palate is smooth and elegant with refined tannins and lovely aroma replays plus some floral nuances. Complex. This has very good acids and a long, smooth finish. Tasted Apr/2017.
3.5 Stars
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Purple Angel Carmenère 2013
Chile$62.95
Medium-high aromatics offer purple fruits, sweet spice, cinnamon, pepper and black fruits, with much of the same on the full-bodied palate. A deep, inky wine with much depth of fruit, structured tannins and mouth-watering acids. The finish is very long. Tasted Nov/2016.
3.5 Stars
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Silverado Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Napa Valley
California, Usa$64.95
Perfumed medium-high aromatics of cassis, spice, cocoa and some vanilla. On the palate, it's medium-to-full bodied with red and black fruits and vanillan oak flavours; shows some mid-palate spiciness. It has vibrant acids and is slightly warm on the long finish. Tasted Oct/2015.
3.5 Stars
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